FREE EVENTS + HANDS-ON FUN FOR THE ARTIST IN EVERYONE! Centennial Theatre + Mid-Lonsdale

Lower Lonsdale + Lonsdale Quay Lynn Valley Village + Area Deep Cove + Parkgate West Vancouver “A Little Outside the Hubs”

COMMUNITY ACTIVITY HUBS

NORTH SHORE

For full event listings visit: www.nvrc.ca/culturedays

CULTURE!SEPTEMBER 30, OCTOBER 1 & 2, 2016

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Promotion of North Shore Culture Days is coordinated by Cultural Services, North Shore Recreation & Culture with support from the District of West Vancouver and the North Shore News. North Shore Culture Days events are subject to change without notice. Learn more about NVRC year round arts programs and events at www.nvrc.ca.

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30SILVER HARBOUR ART SHOW & RECEPTION – Come and see a variety of arts, crafts, weaving created by Silver Harbour members.WHERE: Silver Harbour Seniors Centre, 144 East 22nd St.WHEN: Friday, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

AB-STRAK-SHUH N] THE ART & THE ACT GUIDED TOUR – Is it art? Artists for Kids docents guide you through the exhibition then you decide!WHERE: AFK, Gordon Smith Gallery, 2121 Lonsdale Ave. WHEN: Friday, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

ART MAKING PROCESS & DISCOVERY – View George Rammell’s video ‘Shooting for a Pollock’ an event where archery meets art - including a hands on activity for kids. WHERE: AFK, Gordon Smith Gallery, 2121 Lonsdale Ave.WHEN: Friday, 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM

LIBRARY SHARE A SNACK DAY! – Enjoy snacks from around the world. Teens bring their favourite snack to share. Refreshments, gaming and fun activities.WHERE: North Vancouver City Library Program Room, 120 W. 14th St.WHEN: Friday, 3:30 PM – 5:45 PM

THE RHYTHM’S TALENT SHOW – A student-run group that wants to make a positive change. Performances, cultural face paintings and tarot card reading. WHERE: North Vancouver City Library, 120 W. 14th St.WHEN: Friday, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

GEORGE RAMMELL: LIVE ART/ARCHERY PERFORMANCE As part of his archery series, the artist will create works with bow and paint filled arrows 20 metres from the canvas. Adult event.WHERE: AFK, Gordon Smith Gallery, 2121 Lonsdale Ave.WHEN: Friday, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1ART MAKING PROCESS & DISCOVERY – Screening of George Rammell’s video, ‘Shooting for a Pollock’ shooting arrows to create paintings.WHERE: AFK, Gordon Smith Gallery, 2121 Lonsdale Ave.WHEN: Saturday, 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM

AB-STRAK-SHUH N] THE ART & THE ACT GUIDED TOUR – Is it art? Artists for Kids docents guide you through the exhibition then you decide!WHERE: AFK, Gordon Smith Gallery, 2121 Lonsdale Ave.WHEN: Saturday, 1:00 PM–2:00 PM

WORKING IN A GALLERY: WHO’S LOOKING AFTER THE COLLECTION? – A fun and interactive ‘how-to’ workshop about taking care of art. Kids create special tags and handle artworks so they can manage their own collections.WHERE: AFK, Gordon Smith Gallery, 2121 Lonsdale Ave.WHEN: Saturday, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

MUSIC OF THE WORLD CONCERT – An enchanting performance by the Vancouver Inter-Cultural Orchestra playing instruments from all cultures.WHERE: North Vancouver City Library Program Room, 120 W. 14th St.WHEN: Saturday, 1:00 PM–3:00 PM

“BRUNO BRUTO’S QUEST” - BOOK READING & ART WORKSHOP Enter a mystical jungle reading of Bruno Bruto’s ‘Quest for the Intepidus Donum’ followed by a drawing activity with book illustrator Natasha Broad.WHERE: AFK, Gordon Smith Gallery, 2121 Lonsdale Ave.WHEN: Saturday, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Centennial Theatre + Mid LonsdaleTheatre; Silver Harbour; Smith Gallery, Artists for Kids, JBCC, CityScape, NV City Library

Lower Lonsdale + Lonsdale QuayPresentation House, Quay market stage and waterfront locations

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 24TH ANNUAL ORCHESTRA JAM – NS Chamber Orchestra in partnership with the NS Celtic Ensemble invite string players - students and amateurs of all ages - to join them for a fun sight reading session of all kinds of music. WHERE: Gordon Smith Gallery, 2121 Lonsdale Ave.WHEN: Sunday, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

UKULELE STRUMMIN’ & SINGIN’ JAM – JOJY Music for Children offers a Hawaiian style ukulele workshop for kids. Bring your ukulele or borrow one here!WHERE: Centennial Theatre, 2300 Lonsdale Ave.WHEN: Sunday, 12:00 PM – 12:40 PM

KIDS ORFF & KODALY MUSIC JAM – JOJY Music for Children workshop with songs, creative movement, xylophones and percussion.WHERE: Centennial Theatre, 2300 Lonsdale Ave.WHEN: Sunday, 1:00 PM – 1:40 PM

BURSTIN’ WITH BROADWAY COMMUNITY SINGALONG – Everyone’s invited to come and belt out your favourite show tunes backed up by the famous BWB ensemble.WHERE: Centennial Theatre, 2300 Lonsdale Ave.WHEN: Sunday, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM

WELCOME TO NORTH SHORE CULTURE DAYSEveryone is invited to discover the world of artists, musicians, dancers, historians and other creative people in our community over the Culture Days weekend. It’s an opportunity to do something you’ve never done before. See something you’ve never seen. Experience something totally different. North Shore Culture Days has something for the artist in everyone, and best of all, everything is FREE. www.nvrc.ca/culturedays

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30TACTILE FOREST – A visual art exhibition about our coastal temperate rainforest featuring seven diverse artists’ display of pigments, wood, fibres, flora and clay.WHERE: CityScape Community Art Space, 335 Lonsdale Ave.WHEN: Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

WATER’S EDGE: STORIES FROM THE NORTH SHORE OF THE BURRARD INLET – A multi-media exhibition of the local maritime community including The Blue Cabin, and former home of artists Al Neil & Carole Itter.WHERE: North Vancouver Museum, Presentation House Centre, 209 W 4th St.WHEN: Friday, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1OUTDOOR PIANO ON 1ST STREET – The JBCC ‘Piano on the Street’ will be outside filling the neighbourhood with colourful music.WHERE: John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West 1st St.WHEN: Saturday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

FREE DANCE DAY @ PERFORM ART DANCE STUDIOS – Come and try a free dance class in Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap & Musical Theatre for ages 3 & up.WHERE: Lonsdale Quay Market, 2nd LevelWHEN: Saturday, 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM

WATER’S EDGE: STORIES FROM THE NORTH SHORE OF THE BURRARD INLET – A multi-media exhibition of the local maritime community including The Blue Cabin and former home of artists Al Neil & Carole Itter.WHERE: NV Museum, Presentation House Centre, 209 W 4th St.WHEN: Saturday, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

TACTILE FOREST – A visual art exhibition about our coastal temperate rainforest featuring seven diverse artists’ display of pigments, wood, fibres, flora and clay.WHERE: CityScape Community Art Space, 335 Lonsdale Ave.WHEN: Saturday, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

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Lynn Valley Village + AreaLV Library, LV Village Square, NV Museum & Archives

Deep Cove + ParkgateSeymour Art Gallery, Deep Cove Cultural Centre, Parkgate Community Centre

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30FAMILY RECORDS WORKSHOP – Get tips from the NVMA Archivist on how to organize family records, photos and treasures. Pre-Register 604 990-3700 x.8016WHERE: NVMA Community History Centre, 3203 Institute Rd.WHEN: Friday, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE – A magical blend of improvised music and comedy with special guest, singer, songwriter and storyteller Ross Douglas.WHERE: Lynn Valley Library Community Room, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd.WHEN: Friday, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1SHAKETOWN WALK – Guided walk with Curator Karen Dearlove with anecdotes about Lynn Valley formerly called Shaketown. Pre-Register 604 990-3700 x.8016WHERE: NVMA Community History Centre, 3203 Institute Rd.WHEN: Saturday, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

BEHIND THE SCENES AT THE ARCHIVES – A close-up look at how the NVMA archives cares for, and stores photographs and precious items in the collection.WHERE: NVMA Community History Centre, 3203 Institute Rd.WHEN: Saturday, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

READING: DISTRICT OF NORTH VANCOUVER: A COMMUNITY OF COMMUNITIES – Noted historian Daniel Francis tells stories about North Van’s growth and the transformation from milltown to metropolis. Pre-Register 604 990-3700 x.8016WHERE: NVMA Community History Centre, 3203 Institute Rd.WHEN: Saturday, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2FAIRFIELD MUSIC DEMOS & LESSONS AT THE LIBRARY– Instruments demos, mini lessons and a fun instrument making workshop for all ages.WHERE: Culture Cram, Lynn Valley Library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd.WHEN: Sunday, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

ZOROASTRIAN EXHIBIT – A display of Zoroastrian manuscripts, costumes, books, magazines, ritual items and more.WHERE: Culture Cram, Lynn Valley Library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd.WHEN: Sunday, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

RNB DANCE PERFORMANCE – Come out to a high energy performance in Lynn Valley Village presented by the talented troupe of RNB dancers.WHERE: Culture Cram, Lynn Valley Library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd.WHEN: Sunday, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

SPIRIT OF THE SOUTH SEAS DANCE – E komo mai... experience Hawaiian, Tahitian, Maori dance & music at this interactive performance. All ages welcome.WHERE: Culture Cram, Lynn Valley Library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd.WHEN: Sunday, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

MULTI-LINGUAL STORYTIME – North Vancouver Librarians offer bi-lingual storytimes in English, Farsi, and Cantonese for the whole family!WHERE: Culture Cram, Lynn Valley Library, 1277 Lynn Valley Rd.WHEN: Sunday, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2OUTDOOR PIANO ON 1ST STREET – The JBCC ‘Piano on the Street’ will be outside filling the neighbourhood with colourful music.WHERE: John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West 1st St.WHEN: Sunday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

DUELING PIANOS CONTEST – Anyone can compete for a chance to win the colourful Civic Plaza piano at the Pianos on the Street closing ceremonies.WHERE: Lonsdale Quay South PlazaWHEN: Sunday, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

SHIPYARD SOCIAL DANCE HALL – A 1900s-inspired public dance hall in the historic Pipe Shop with live ragtime music, dancing, food and drink.WHERE: Pipe Shop, Shipbuilders’ Square, 115 Victory Ship WayWHEN: Sunday, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

MIDDLE EASTERN DANCE PERFORMANCE & WORKSHOP – Shimmy and shake with Pooneh at her Middle Eastern dance workshop. Family friendly.WHERE: Lonsdale Quay outdoor plazaWHEN: Sunday, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

WATER’S EDGE: STORIES FROM THE NORTH SHORE OF THE BURRARD INLET – A multi-media exhibition of the local maritime community including The Blue Cabin and former home of artists Al Neil & Carole Itter.WHERE: NV Museum, Presentation House Centre, 209 W 4th St.WHEN: Sunday, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30PARKGATE POTTERY STUDIO OPEN HOUSE – Find out if pottery is for you by dropping by the fully equipped studio and giving it a whirl. All ages welcome.WHERE: Parkgate Community Centre, 3625 Banff Crt.WHEN: Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

FILM, POWER GROUND-THE LIFE & BREATH OF THE WORLD – Dr. Trevor Carolan presents this 30-min documentary about Cascadian writers and ecologists and the earth in a time of eco-crisis. To register call 604 986-4892.WHERE: Elders Council for BC Parks Heritage Centre, 1620 Mt. Seymour Rd.WHEN: Friday, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1PARKGATE POTTERY STUDIO OPEN HOUSE – Find out if pottery is for you by dropping by the fully equipped studio and giving it a whirl. All ages welcome.WHERE: Parkgate Community Centre, 3625 Banff Crt.WHEN: Saturday, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

DEEP COVE HERITAGE OPEN HOUSE – Browse through historic photos and hear stories about the good old days in the Deep Cove and Seymour Area.WHERE: Deep Cove Heritage Society, 4360 Gallant Ave.WHEN: Saturday, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

PUBLIC DISCUSSION: HOW ART DEVELOPS – ‘UnBecoming: An Annotated Exhibition’. Join the discussion about the role other artists play in an artistic practice with artists Elizabeth MacKenzie and Jin-me Yoon.WHERE: Seymour Art Gallery, 4360 Gallant Ave.WHEN: Saturday, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2PARKGATE POTTERY STUDIO OPEN HOUSE – Find out if pottery is for you by dropping by the fully equipped studio and giving it a whirl. All ages welcome.WHERE: Parkgate Community Centre, 3625 Banff Crt.WHEN: Sunday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

DROP-IN ART PROJECT FOR KIDS – Stop by the Seymour Art Gallery and get creative with a hands-on art project. All ages.WHERE: Seymour Art Gallery, 4360 Gallant Ave.WHEN: Sunday, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

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West VancouverAmbleside, WV Community Centre, WV Memorial Library

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30WEST VAN ART INSTRUCTORS EXHIBITION – Discover a wide array of multidisciplinary works by talented West Van artists.WHERE: West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr.WHEN: Friday, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

MATERIALIZATION: ART OF MILA KARAVAI – Experience this exhibition of works created in unconventional media such as aluminum and papier mache.WHERE: West Vancouver Community Arts Council, 1570 Argyle Ave.WHEN: Friday, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

THE BILLS: IN CONCERT – Renowned folk quintet with a beguiling sound.WHERE: West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr.WHEN: Friday, 7:30 PM – 8:45 PM

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1WEST VAN ART INSTRUCTORS EXHIBITION – Discover an array of multidisciplinary works by talented West Van artists.WHERE: West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr.WHEN: Saturday, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

WEST VAN PUBLIC ART TOURS – An in depth look at the public art installations at the WV Community Centre with Cultural Services Supervisor, Glenn Madsen. WHERE: West Vancouver Community Centre, 2121 Marine Dr.WHEN: Saturday, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM & 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

MATERIALIZATION: ART OF MILA KARAVAI – Experience this exhibition of works created in unconventional media such as aluminum and papier mache.WHERE: West Vancouver Community Arts Council, 1570 Argyle Ave.WHEN: Saturday, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

OCEANS OF ART AT THE FERRY BUILDING GALLERY – A family friendly workshop where you can construct your own sea creature mobile made from found & recycled beach material.WHERE: Ferry Building Gallery, 1414 Argyle Ave.WHEN: Saturday, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2WEST VAN ART INSTRUCTORS EXHIBITION – Discover an array of multidisciplinary works by talented West Van artists.WHERE: West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Dr.WHEN: Sunday, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

MATERIALIZATION: ART OF MILA KARAVAI – Experience this exhibition of works created in unconventional media such as aluminum and papier mache.WHERE: West Vancouver Community Arts Council, 1570 Argyle Ave.WHEN: Sunday, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30RECENT WORKS BY ANDREA KLANN – Elegant and quirky oils on canvas. Be delighted by the cast of characters that inhabit this artist’s art works.WHERE: 3183 Edgemont Blvd.WHEN: Friday, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

JEWELRY MAKING WORKSHOP WITH SHERRY – Kids 5-12 make your own jewelry using buttons, beads, shells, sparkles, noodles and found objects. WHERE: 3102 Edgemont Blvd. (outdoors)WHEN: Friday, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

SPLATTER PAINTING – Splatter, drip and drizzle! Get messy and throw some colour on a canvas in the Jackson Pollock-inspired paint throwing room!WHERE: 4 Cats Arts Studio, 1-3120 Highland Blvd, Edgemont VillageWHEN: Friday, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

FAIRY GARDEN IN A JAR – Wonder where the fairies live? Sherry shows kids 5-12 how to make their own portable fairy garden in this enchanting workshop.WHERE: 3102 Edgemont Blvd. (outdoors)WHEN: Friday, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

“A Little Outside the Hubs”Pemberton Ave, Edgemont Village, Maplewood Flats

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BACKSTAGE AT HENDRY HALL – Take a backstage tour, learn the history, find out about the hysterical goings & occasional bloopers of live theatre. WHERE: Hendry Hall Theatre, 815 East 11th St.WHEN: Friday, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1SPLATTER PAINTING – Splatter, drip and drizzle! Get messy and throw some colour on a canvas in the Jackson Pollock-inspired paint throwing room!WHERE: 4 Arts Cats Studio, 1-3120 Highland Blvd, Edgemont VillageWHEN: Saturday, 9:15 AM – 10:15 AM

IRISH DANCE CLASS – Get lucky and kick up your heels with a free introductory dance lesson at The Nora Pickett Irish Dance Academy.WHERE: 105 Bowser Ave.WHEN: Saturday, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM & 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

NO PHONE ‘SELFIE’ PORTRAIT MAKING WORKSHOP – Make a ‘selfie’ the old fashioned way using a mirror and a simple print system. Take home the print and use it as your new profile picture. WHERE: Sandrine Pelissier & Sophie Babeanu Artist Studio, 125 Garden Ave.WHEN: Saturday, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

RECENT WORKS BY ANDREA KLANN – Elegant and quirky oils on canvas. Be delighted by the cast of characters that inhabit this artist’s art works.WHERE: 3183 Edgemont Blvd.WHEN: Saturday, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

JEWELRY MAKING WORKSHOP WITH SHERRY – Kids 5-12 make your own jewelry using buttons, beads, shells, sparkles, noodles and found objects. WHERE: 3102 Edgemont Blvd. (outdoors)WHEN: Saturday, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

OPEN STUDIO + PAINTING DEMOS – Artist Norm Vipond demonstrates the oils and egg tempura painting techniques.WHERE: 1178 Welch St.WHEN: Saturday, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

ART FOR EVERYBODY AT 195 PEMBERTON – Family friendly studio tours and hands-on art activities. Jewelry, paintings, 3D works, and clothing artists.WHERE: 195 Artist Studios, 195 Pemberton Ave.WHEN: Saturday, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

PAPER MARBLING WORKSHOP – Learn about printmaking techniques on marbled paper collages, photos, or small gifts. Materials included.WHERE: Mariana Sola Art Studio, 2014 - 1515 Pemberton Ave.WHEN: Saturday, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

CULTURAL HERITAGE AT MAPLEWOOD FLATS – Coast Salish Cultural Network hosts a multi-media storytelling about Tsleil-Waututh people and heritage.WHERE: Corrigan Nature House, 2645 Dollarton Hwy.WHEN: Saturday, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

KENDAMA-LAMA-DING-DONG – The Kendama is a traditional Japanese toy. Come out and learn how to string it, do tricks, and join in with giveaways.WHERE: BC Playthings, 3070 Edgemont Blvd. (outdoors)WHEN: Saturday, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2NO PHONE ‘SELFIE’ PORTRAIT MAKING WORKSHOP – Make a ‘selfie’ the old fashioned way using a mirror and a simple print system. Take home the print and use it as your new profile picture.WHERE: Sandrine Pelissier & Sophie Babeanu Artist Studio, 125 Garden Ave.WHEN: Sunday, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

OPEN STUDIO + PAINTING DEMOS – Artist Norm Vipond demonstrates the oils and egg tempura painting techniques.WHERE: 1178 Welch St.WHEN: Sunday, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

ARTIST MARKO LYTVIAK OIL DEMONSTATION – Artist Marko Lytviak demonstrate his technique working with oils.WHERE: Giftworks, 3080 Edgemont Blvd.WHEN: Sunday, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM